Route 49 over Pachaug River

Fair Condition92 years old3,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location.6 Mi North Of Route 138
CarriesRoute 49
CrossesPachaug River
Coordinates41.58416, -71.85539

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Deck Area142.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1934

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,000 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01012

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